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Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio
Hosted by University of Nebraska - Lincoln · EN
Nebraska Extension Almanac is the University of Nebraskas longest running series of radio interviews with University of Nebraska - Lincoln Extension specialists and educators. Here you will find information and advice on a wide variety of topics and issues, including crop and livestock production, ag policy, health and nutrition, lawn and garden care, and more. Nebraska Ag Almanac is produced by IANR Media of NUs Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
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Family Farm Succession - Business Planning and Family Meetings
4d ago00:04:51Tap to summarizeThe future of family farms depends on clear communication between family members and business partners. Extension Ag Economist Anastasia Meyer discusses good planning, frank conversations, and who should be included in those discussions.
Transcribe →Mushroom ID
4d ago00:04:28Tap to summarizeMushrooms are a common sight in our home landscapes. Nebraska Extension Plant Diagnostician Kyle Broderick explains how you can identify the various types of mushrooms found in and around our homes.
Transcribe →Estrus Synchronization Protocols
4d ago00:04:31Tap to summarizeManaging estrus synchronization is a key element of herd management. Nebraska Extension Cow/Calf Specialist Kacie McCarthy talks about tools available to producers that can help them achieve pregnancies later in the season.
Transcribe →2026 Soil Health Assessment Training
4d ago00:04:43Tap to summarizeUNL is hosting the 2026 Soil Health Assessment Training workshop on August 20. Soil Health Program Coordinator Miranda Mueller says the workshop will benefit anyone interested in keeping soil healthy and vibrant by learning testing procedures through hands-on demonstrations.
Transcribe →Plant a Fall Garden
5d ago00:04:08Tap to summarizePlanting a fall garden is a great way to get more use out of your vegetable garden after harvest. Nebraska Extension Educator Elizabeth Exstrom says now is a good time to get started.
Transcribe →Western Nebraska Fire Recovery
2w ago00:04:12Tap to summarizeNebraska Extension Water and Cropping Systems Educator Gary Stone has been scouting scorched rangeland and has found much of it is slowly coming back. He says recovery will take time, but prairies, rangeland, and pastures have already started to green up. On today’s program, Gary discusses the prospects for recovery from the spring wildfires.
Transcribe →Family Farm Succession - Where to Start?
2w ago00:04:52Tap to summarizeA new podcast series from UNL’s Center for Ag Profitability will focus on transitioning family farms to the next generation. Extension ag economist Anastasia Meyer says the five-part series is designed to help farmers begin making important decisions about the future of their operation.
Transcribe →Applied Wildlife Ecology and Spatial Movement Lab
2w ago00:04:39Tap to summarizeNebraska Extension Landscape and Habitat Management Specialist Andrew Little says diversification is a key ingredient in every farm operation. UNL’s Applied Wildlife Ecology and Spatial Movement Lab is helping producers understand how wildlife conservation can support long-term success and profitability by promoting wildlife habitat.
Transcribe →Nitrate in Groundwater and Our Health
2w ago00:04:47Tap to summarizeNitrates in our groundwater are raising concerns among health officials across the state. UNMC Department of Environmental, Agricultural and Occupational Health Assistant Professor Krista Brown emphasizes the importance of producers testing their wells and discusses resources available to help mitigate high nitrate levels.
Transcribe →2026 Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory Open House
2w ago00:04:11Tap to summarizeNebraska Extension Beef Educator T.L. Meyer says beef producers and other industry professionals should plan to attend the 2026 Gudmundsen Sandhill Lab’s open house on August 19 near Whitman. Meyer says the event will feature a range of research presentations to help producers stay up to date on the latest issues in beef production.
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